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Other places to stay in and around Gairloch
A very warm welcome to the north west coast of Scotland and to our community.
The Gairloch Holiday Park is situated in one of the most pristine locations of the British Isles looking south over the Isle of Skye and West the the outer Hebrides. To the south across the loch lie the magnificent mountains of the Torridon Forest.
Tigh-Na-Mhuillean is a modern self catering detached house overlooking the sea at Strath, the main crofting township in the historical parish of Gairloch. Outstanding views from the property include the splendid panorama of the Torridon Mountains.
Tigh Na Mhuillean Accommodation
This very comfortable accommodation, enclosed in its own walled garden, is fully equipped with washbasins in bedrooms, gas-fired central heating, colour TV and bathroom. There is a further shower room and W.C. Ample parking is available adjacent to the property.
Local facilities
· Highly reputed Strath Grocery Stores (50m)
· Strath Post Office (60m)
· Wilderness cafe / tea room / book store (60m)
· Fish and chips (55m)
· Excellent butchers (including local game) (80m)
· Milcroft hotel and pub (10m)
· Mini golf (500m)
· Professional golf course (1 mile)
· Local Two Lochs radio station
· Swimming Pool (Poolewe)
· Doctor's surgery (1/2 mile)
· Lounge bars
· Tourist information office (1/2 mile)
· Hardware store
· Garage (fuel and maintenance)
· Restaurants
· Craft Shops
· Internet Access (50m)
· Oh and did we mention the spectacular view?
DIRECTIONS
The site sits a little way up the hill looking out over the sea. It is
actually situated in Strath, which adjoins Gairloch. All routes to the
site are beautiful and you are likely to see deer.
From most places it is best to go via Inverness:
1. Take the A835 west from Inverness
2. Just after Garve turn left onto A832
3. Follow this road all the way to Gairloch (passing Achnasheen and Kinlochewe).
4. On arrival in Gairloch follow the road past the Loch Inn, and turn
left by the general stores and police station onto B8021
5. Follow the road down the hill and along the sea front. You will see
a big white hotel (The Millcroft). Turn immediately right after this.
Notes about the route: This route is definitely the easiest approach with a caravan. The majority of the drive is excellent A road. The last part of the A832 just after Loch Maree goes to single track with passing places and winds up through the hills a little. Gradients are fine, but be aware of your weight ratios.
From Skye / Loch Alsh:
If you are coming up the west coast then it is likely that you may have
been on Skye or around the Loch Alsh area. If this is the case then the
route shown above means a very long loop up Loch Ness.
This is still the advised route if you are at all nervous about towing, however the following route gives an alternative for more experienced drivers.
Please note that it is important that your weight ratios are correct and that your power to weight ratios are in your favour on this route as it involves some sleep gradients. It is possible, with some care, to take a twin axle van along this route.
1. From the A87 at Auchtertyre take the A890 north towards Stromeferry
(there is no ferry here).
2. Follow the A890 all the way to the T junction after Strathcarron. Turn
right on the A890 to head north east.
3. At Achnasheen turn left at the roundabout onto the A832.
4. Follow this road all the way to Gairloch (passing Achnasheen and Kinlochewe).
5. On arrival in Gairloch follow the road past the Loch Inn, and turn
left by the general stores and police station onto B8021
6. Follow the road down the hill and along the sea front. You will see
a big white hotel (The Millcroft). Turn immediately right after this.
Notes about the route: This is not a route for a nervous driver. Experience is required. The A87 starts with a long and relatively steep incline to get over the hills. This is normal A road.
Once over the hills and coming down towards Stromeferry the road is relatively steep downhill and thins to single track with passing places. This is fine, but take care with breaking distances when it is wet. The road remains much like this up until Glencarron lodge although it is only steep for the first part of the NE stretch.
After the lodge the road widens again. DO NOT be tempted to take a caravan around the Shieldaig route. Although possible this is not a recommended route.
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